Category Archives: Youth Mentoring

By Kathy Schwartzhoff, Mentoring Coordinator | Looking at the picture above, the first emotion that comes to mind could be joyful! April Wilker (second from the left) is indeed that type of person—happy, energetic, and positive. And she is the … Continue reading →

By Ellen Krogmann, Mentoring Coordinator | Rockwell Collins is a big backer of many non-profits. Each year the employees select a non-profit program they would like to see their United Way Funds support. This year the United Way Committee at Rockwell designated … Continue reading →

Inspiring stories unfold often through youth mentoring. In this final video featuring Anna and Kaitlin (from video 5), they share about favorite things they have done together. They tell of the time they were enjoying a meal together at Sue-Z-Q’s, … Continue reading →

Trying something new can be a little scary. If you have the support you need, it’s a piece of cake! Sandy, a four year veteran of mentoring, shares about her experiences with Serenity her mentee (from video #4). Sandy assures … Continue reading →

Families are an important part of mentoring. The families of mentored youth enjoy the relationship with the mentor and staff. They also have a sense of belonging, knowing they are part of a community that cares about them and their … Continue reading →

Because giving youth a role model and friend is so important, Youth Mentoring at Helping Services is taking an entire month to celebrate their mission and invites you to join in. To do this we are proudly participating in the 14th annual … Continue reading →

Mentoring is more than playing games and hanging out. It changes lives, families, and communities. To show the YouTube world how Mentoring Works, Luther College students asked questions to real people in Youth Mentoring and then showcased their spontaneous and … Continue reading →

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By Ellen Krogmann | The skills learned when you are young greatly affect how you handle situations when you are older. This is why learning ways to problem-solve, to build healthy relationships, and to establish a support system are key … Continue reading →

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